September 26, 2019 |
By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home
Debra A. Marnell, 64, of McKeesport, died Thursday, September 26, 2019 at Riverside Nursing Center. Born in McKeesport, February 14, 1955, she was the daughter of the late Mary Ruzinsky. She is survived by her husband, Frank J. Marnell; her daughter, Angel Pieseski of McKeesport; her son, Frank J. (Val Morschl) Marnell III of Verona; and her sister in law, Esther Ruzinsky. She was preceded in death by her brother, Ron Ruzinsky. She was a graduate of Serra Catholic High School. Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA 15132 is in charge of funeral arrangements.
September 26, 2019 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Georgeanne W. (Wallace) Faison, age 81, of North Versailles passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2019. She was born March 26, 1938 in Wilmerding, a daughter of the late George and Mary Wallace. She was a member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church in East McKeesport and worked as a travel agent for over 31 years before retiring. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of over 58 years James R. Faison. She is survived by her children Michelle (Paul) Wassel of Scottdale and James R. (Bernadette) Faison Jr. of Murrysville; grandchildren Mallory Schank of McKeesport and Ross Schank of White Oak; and sisters Doreen and Sandy.
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September 25, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Lucy Koval, age 93 of Port Vue, passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2019 in Southwestern Nursing Center. Born March 19, 1926 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Leonard Darcangelo and Mary (Carrozza) Darcangelo Spacassi. A retired nurse at UPMC McKeesport Hospital and a member of St. Mark's Parish, Lucy was preceded in death by her husband John J. Koval, who passed away May 3, 1976, and her sisters Rose Harden and Dolores Molinari. She is survived by her daughters Kerry (Jess) McGinty of Port Vue and Tammy (Michael) Caruso of Richardson, TX; her grandchildren Ryan (Amanda) McGinty of Newark, DE and Jessica (Ryan) VanLandingham of Kansas City, KS; and also nieces and nephews.
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September 25, 2019 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Melvin D. "Rod" Holmes, age 84, of Dravosburg, died September 24, 2019, at Mt. Vernon of Elizabeth. Born May 3, 1935, in Dravosburg, he was the son of the late Charles Holmes and Ethel (McCombs) Bell and the husband of the late Elsie (Lynn) Holmes.
Melvin was a retired from Long's Hauling, where he was a truck driver. He was a member of the American Legion Post #380. His greatest joy was spending time with family.
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September 25, 2019 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Joseph Anthony Pusateri, age 78, of McKeesport, died September 21, 2019, at Kane Community Living Center. Born April 12, 1941, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Anthony and Connie (Marze) Pusateri.
Joseph worked as a taxi cab driver and was a professional drape/curtain hanger. He loved to watch the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Pittsburgh Steelers, reading his bible and missionary work.
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September 24, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Helen Pilipovich, 91, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2019. She was born February 10, 1928 in Duquesne, a daughter of the late John and Julia (Palagyi) Ballas. Helen was owner/operator of the Korner Tavern for 57 years. She was a member of the Hungarian Reformed Church, Duquesne, longtime member of the North Huntingdon Democratic Club, and VFW Post 781 Ladies Auxiliary. She loved visiting casinos and cooking. She was preceded in death by her husband, Victor Pilipovich; son, Keith; brothers, John, Robert and Steve Ballas; sisters, Margaret Pivarnic, Katy Podomnik, Betty McCallum, Gazella Agopoff and Lillian Fuhoski. She is survived by her sons, Victor Pilipovich Jr. and his wife, Linda, Stephen Pilipovich and his wife, Margaret, David Pilipovich; sisters, Pearl Cifaldi and Sally Corso; grandchildren, Meigan (Miss Priss) Nicolai, Allison (David) Guaspari, Julia (Stefan) Pellegrini, Stephanie (Shawn) Storer, David L. Pilipovich, Ashley Pilipovich; and ten great-grandchildren. Friends will be received from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday and 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Friday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday in the funeral home chapel. Interment to follow in Hungarian Reformed Cemetery, West Mifflin. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hungarian Reformed Church, 1411 Kennedy Avenue, Duquesne, PA 15110. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
September 24, 2019 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Richard E. Matibe, age 80 of Mckeesport died September 12, 2019 at UPMC McKeesport. Born January 20, 1939 in Mckeesport, he was the son of the late Herman Matibe and Coral (Pierce) Matibe.
Richard retired from the Pittsburgh Athletic Association and formally worked for Tygart Steel. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and was a member of the White Oak American Legion post 701. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
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September 24, 2019 |
By William H. Craig Funeral Home | Posted in: William H Craig Funeral Home
Elizabeth "Libby" Smith, 80, of Boston, PA, passed away September 23, 2019 at her home. She was born May 15, 1939 in McKeesport.
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September 24, 2019 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Susan Ellen Nordine, age 79, of Port Vue, died September 20, 2019, at Eldercrest Nursing Center of Munhall. Born July 16, 1940, in Versailles Borough, she was the daughter of the late Earl Ward and Hazel Elizabeth Ellen (Whitehouse) Morgan and the wife of the late John E. Nordine.
Susan worked at the former Parkvale Bank and Dollar Bank, both of McKeesport. In her early years, she worked at the former G.C. Murphy Co. Susan enjoyed reading, gardening, cooking and baking. She was a big Pittsburgh Pirate fan also. Her greatest joy, was spending time with her grandchildren.
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September 24, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Charles G. Hatfield, DMD, age 74 of Clairton, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2019 at Jefferson Hospital. Born November 22, 1944 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Charles E. and Mary (Angotti) Hatfield. A graduate of Villanova University and the University of Pittsburgh School of Dentistry, he was a Dentist/Oral Surgeon and the last member of the "Holidays" singing group. Charles survived by son David C. (Amanda) Hatfield of Washington; daughter Kristin (David) Haines of Oakdale; and grandchildren Sydney and Gabriel Haines.
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September 24, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Herman A. Haase, 89, of White Oak, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, September 22, 2019. He was born December 19, 1929 in Uniontown and was the son of the late Herman Haase, Jr, and the late Florence (Baker) Haase. Herman was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in White Oak where he was an Adult Sunday School Teacher for 40 years and also served on the church council and budget committee. He was a member of the Bell Pioneers, McKeesport Kiwanis Club and served on the board of directors of the Peter's Foundation. He was a life member and volunteer for the McKeesport Meals on Wheels. Herman was a retired business office manager for the former Bell of Pennsylvania in McKeesport and was a US Army Veteran.
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September 23, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Jane M. (Crossen) McDermitt, age 73 of Elizabeth Twp., passed away at home on Tuesday, September 17, 2019. Born February 26, 1946 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Joseph P. Crossen, Jr. and Mary (McDonnell) Crossen. Attending Duquesne University, where she was a member of the Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority, and CCAC, Jane retired as a registered nurse for McKeesport School District and was a member of both PSEA and NEA. She was a devout woman and active with her Parish, St. Michael's in Elizabeth Twp., and also volunteered at Divine Redeemer Motherhouse in Elizabeth Twp. and sung with the choir at St. Patrick's Church in McKeesport. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Michael D. McDermitt, who passed away November 2, 2011. She is survived by many who were lucky enough to call her their friend.
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September 23, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Russell Julian Zoll, 55, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away Sunday, September 22, 2019. He was born April 24, 1964 in McKeesport and was the of the late Robert Charles and Audrey H. (Johnson) Zoll. He was a maintenance supervisor and was former member of the Pennsylvania National Guard. Russell loved locomotive and steam trains, and could tell you anything you could ever want to know on trains and their routes. He also enjoyed riding and fixing his street bike, and was always working on something. He loved all his nieces and nephews and picking on them unmercifully.
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September 23, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Carrie A. Conroy, 57, of Rillton, passed away Sunday, September 22, 2019. She was born June 10, 1962 in Jeannette, a daughter of Glenn and Jean (Clugsten) Minerva. Carrie was a graduate of Hempfield Sr. High School, Class of 1980, and enjoyed baking, dancing and spending time with her family. Carrie will be remembered for the immense love she had for her adoring family, and for her ability to light up a room with her smile. While her outer beauty was undeniable, it was her caring nature and selfless approach to life that allowed her beauty to shine inside and out. Family and friends will fondly share stories about her sticking up for her younger brothers, her willingness to take on anyone in an arm wrestling match, and the way she let loose on the dance floor. Her strength through the years is something to be admired and we know she will be remembered for it by every person her life touched...and for her amazing cookies. She is survived by her loving husband, Kevin Conroy; daughter, Heather Conroy and her husband, Travis Rohrbaugh; brothers, Glenn (Gina) Minerva and Mike Minerva; nieces and nephews, Colton, Alex and Emily. Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday in the funeral home chapel.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Footstepsforrecovery.com. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
September 23, 2019 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Virginia A Brown, age 94, of McKeesport, died September 19, 2019, at home. Born March 27, 1925, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of Andrew and Catherine (Gadjek) Turk and the wife of the late Frank P. Brown.
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